Mary McCormack Introduces Global War on Terror / Special Forces Documentary
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Mary McCormack pays tribute to those who defended our nation in the Global War on Terror.
Mary McCormack pays tribute to our service men and women who have shown their dedication in defending our nation's freedoms in the Global War on Terror. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.
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Mary McCormack Introduces Global War on Terror / Special Forces Documentary
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Mary McCormack pays tribute to our service men and women who have shown their dedication in defending our nation's freedoms in the Global War on Terror. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.
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Wall of Remembrance
Who would you like to remember? Visit the National Memorial Day Concert Wall of Remembrance and submit a tribute to loved ones and friends who have served in our nation's military.-Also joining us tonight, as she has for the past eight years, is the proud daughter of a U.S Marine -- acclaimed actor Mary McCormack.
-From George Washington's year-long siege of British-occupied Boston at the outset of the Revolutionary War, America's brave servicemembers have shown their dedication defending our nation's freedoms.
In the last half-century, our all-volunteer force has given everything to keep us safe and secure.
The shocking events of September 11, 2001, brought our nation together and instilled a renewed patriotism.
Our traditional American fighting spirit rose again in the global war on terror.
For over 20 years -- first in Afghanistan, then in Iraq -- our servicemen and women braved multiple deployments in what became the longest war in our history.
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-They faced the brutality of unconventional warfare... snipers... [ Gunshot ] ...unceasing insurgent attacks... -10 to 12 insurgents running into that building.
♪♪ -...the crippling and often fatal blasts of IEDs.
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-Inspired by their love of country, an entire generation of fighters courageously carried out their assignments.
Their military families -- parents, spouses, siblings, and children -- steadfastly supported their loved ones in uniform.
The Green Berets, part of the U.S. Army's Special Operations Forces, are among the many servicemembers who contribute to our nation's defense.
They are exceptional soldiers trained in unique military skills who work in small tactical teams to take on the Army's most challenging and sensitive missions.
Yolanda Adams Performs "Bridge Over Troubled Water"
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Clip: S2025 | 2m 54s | Yolanda Adams performs "Bridge Over Troubled Water" on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 54s)
A Tribute to Medal of Honor Recipients
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Clip: S2025 | 2m 45s | Hosts Gary Sinise & Esai Morales present a tribute to Medal of Honor recipients at the 2025 Concert. (2m 45s)
Remarks by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine
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Clip: S2025 | 3m 9s | Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, addresses the crowd on the 2025 Concert. (3m 9s)
The National Symphony Orchestra Performs "The Armed Forces Medley"
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Clip: S2025 | 4m 41s | The NSO performs "The Armed Forces Medley" on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (4m 41s)
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Loren Allred Performs "I Hear Your Voice"
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Clip: S2025 | 3m 46s | Loren Allred performs "I Hear Your Voice" on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (3m 46s)
Gretchen Mol Honors Gold Star Wife Krista Simpson Anderson
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Clip: S2025 | 8m 33s | Gretchen Mol shares the story of Gold Star Wife Krista Simpson Anderson on the 2025 Concert. (8m 33s)
Gary Sinise & Scotty Hasting 'Reach Out' Conversation
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Clip: S2025 | 1m 6s | Gary Sinise and Scotty Hasting urge veterans in need to reach out for help on the 2025 Concert. (1m 6s)
Co-Host Esai Morales Introduces "Taps"
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Clip: S2025 | 1m 23s | Co-host Esai Morales introduces "Taps" on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (1m 23s)
Blair Underwood Honors Vietnam War Dustoff Pilot Otis Evans
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Clip: S2025 | 7m 13s | Blair Underwood honors Vietnam War Dustoff pilot Otis Evans on the 2025 Concert. (7m 13s)
A Tribute to WWII's Greatest Generation
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Clip: S2025 | 2m 42s | Gary Sinise & Esai Morales honor those who served in WWII on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 42s)
Robert Patrick Shares the Story of Iwo Jima Veteran Donald Graves
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Clip: S2025 | 7m 59s | Robert Patrick shares the story of veteran Donald Graves on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (7m 59s)
Military Choruses Perform "This Is My Country"
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Clip: S2025 | 2m 44s | Military Choruses perform "This Is My Country" on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 44s)
Hosts Gary Sinise & Esai Morales Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation's Service Branches
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Clip: S2025 | 3m 24s | Gary Sinise and Esai Morales commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation's service branches. (3m 24s)
Esai Morales Presents a Tribute for the 75th Anniversary of the Korean War
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Clip: S2025 | 2m 56s | Esai Morales presents a tribute for the 75th anniversary of the Korean War on the 2025 Concert. (2m 56s)
Angel Blue Performs the National Anthem
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Clip: S2025 | 1m 59s | Angel Blue performs the national anthem on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (1m 59s)
Scotty Hasting Performs "Red, White, and Blue"
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Clip: S2025 | 3m 12s | Scotty Hasting performs "Red, White, and Blue" on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (3m 12s)
Scotty Hasting Performs "I'm America"
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Clip: S2025 | 2m 57s | Scotty Hasting performs "I'm America" on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 57s)
Krista Simpson Anderson: A Gold Star Wife’s Mission to Serve (Teaser)
Preview: S2025 | 1m 12s | Watch Gold Star wife Krista Simpson Anderson's story. (1m 12s)
Don Graves: A Marine’s Story from Iwo Jima (Teaser)
Preview: S2025 | 30s | Watch the story of U.S. Marine Corps veteran Don Graves. (30s)
Col Otis Evans: Courage in the Skies of Vietnam (Teaser)
Preview: S2025 | 30s | Watch the story of Col Otis Evans. (30s)
2025 National Memorial Day Concert Preview
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Preview: S2025 | 30s | Watch the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert, Sunday, May 25, 8/7C. (30s)
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